Strong Enough to Soften: Rethinking Independence in Parenting
How do we raise strong, self-reliant kids without sacrificing emotional support? One parent explores the tension between grit and generosity.
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Breadcrumbs for a Life Well Spent
Journaling helps me live with intention. From food to finances to bird calls in the woods, here’s how I track what matters and leave breadcrumbs worth following.
I Lost Control of my Emotions
An honest reflection on losing your temper as a parent, the power of apologizing to your child, and how one moment of vulnerability opened the door to emotional growth and trust.
I Wasn’t Going to Buy… Then I Did
After saying I wouldn’t buy yesterday, I saw signs in the bond market and political landscape that told me it was time to move. Here’s why I bought NVO and CROX—and what happened next.
Not Every Dip Deserves a Buy
I'm not buying stocks right now. Here's why I'm holding cash, how Trump’s trade war factors in, and what would make me invest again.
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